Walking Archives - Hokkaido Guide https://hokkaidoguide.com/tag/walking/ - All Hokkaido, Japan Tourist Information Tue, 26 Jul 2022 03:00:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://hokkaidoguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/cropped-logo4-1-32x32.jpg Walking Archives - Hokkaido Guide https://hokkaidoguide.com/tag/walking/ 32 32 Aso Beach Ishikari https://hokkaidoguide.com/aso-beach-ishikari/ Sun, 27 Feb 2022 01:25:44 +0000 https://hokkaidoguide.com/?p=28685 There are two main beaches that Sapporo locals head to for a summer suntan, swim or BBQ. One being near Otaru called Zenibako Beach, and the other being Aso Beach at Ishikari. Whereas Zenibako has more of a party vibe to it with the small shacks selling booze with tables and BBQ spots, Aso Beach is a lot more serene with less people. Read More ....

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]]> Urahoro Shrine https://hokkaidoguide.com/urahoro-shrine/ Sat, 11 Dec 2021 02:24:05 +0000 https://hokkaidoguide.com/?p=28126 During the Meiji Era, as the town of Urahoro (on the south east coast of Hokkaido) was being developed, the pioneers called for the construction of a shrine to serve as a spiritual centre. On August 15, 1896, a small shrine was erected, enshrining Amaterasu (goddess of the sun and the universe). Read More ....

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]]> Kushiro Marsh Observatory https://hokkaidoguide.com/kushiro-marsh-observatory/ Wed, 24 Nov 2021 12:27:54 +0000 https://hokkaidoguide.com/?p=28021 Perched at the top of a large hill, overlooking Kushiro Marsh, you can find the Kushiro Marsh Observatory. This is one of the most interesting buildings in Hokkaido. The exterior, and especially the interior, has a strange and unique design and is reminiscent of a cool sci-fi movie. The central hall of the museum is definitely a place to get some photos. Read More ....

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]]> Midorigaoka Park https://hokkaidoguide.com/midorigaoka-park/ Tue, 02 Nov 2021 07:53:29 +0000 https://hokkaidoguide.com/?p=27888 This massive park is located in the middle of the city of Obihiro. Stretching to 50 hectares, this comprehensive park contains a park golf course, the Obihiro Zoo and the Obihiro Centennial Hall, plus walking trails and a pond. Read More ....

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]]> Tokachi Shrine https://hokkaidoguide.com/tokachi-shrine/ Mon, 06 Sep 2021 08:06:09 +0000 https://hokkaidoguide.com/?p=27351 Tokachi Shrine dates all the way back to June 1666. The shrine is located in the coastal town of Hiroo. Hundreds of years ago, the fishing industry here became strong. As the town prospered, so did the reverence of the deities.  Read More ....

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]]> Cape Erimo https://hokkaidoguide.com/cape-erimo/ Tue, 27 Jul 2021 06:17:09 +0000 https://hokkaidoguide.com/?p=27031 Cape Erimo is located on the south eastern point of Hokkaido. It is a fantastic place to visit and is famous for the ocean winds.  Cape Erimo is one of the strongest wind regions in Japan. There are more than 260 days a year of winds blowing at speeds of 10 meters per second or more. Read More ....

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